Our 'Simplicity' ceremonies are symbolic. It's a simple but romantic ceremony for those that are young at heart, newly weds, honeymoon couples, those that are renewing vows or those looking to have a pre-wedding ceremony. The ceremony takes place on a beach, in and around Santa Maria on the island of Sal, Cape Verde.
A 'Simplicity Package' & service can be used by couples wanting a symbolic blessing for a newly wed reading, renewal of vows or love and devotion reading.
PLEASE NOTE: We do not provide chairs or a 'Pastor' in with the 'Simplicity Package' service. No other equipment, decoration or furniture is provided other than what is in the Simplicity Package.
This service is called 'Simplicity' because we keep it 'simple'. This 'package' is what most couples have requested, it's at a reasonable fixed price and couples can see what they are going to get for their Euros.
Once you have successfully submitted the enquiry form, we will contact you to request further information and, to discuss your request in more detail, before we can accept a reservation.
Most of the ceremonies have been for 'Couples Only' however, there have been some held for those that have brought their children on holiday with them.
We use a 'Layperson' (one of our team) to deliver the reading (not a 'Pastor'). Most of the readings are delivered in the English language however, we have had some delivered in a few other languages but, this also depends on who is available to perform the readings and, the languages they speak!
The service and ceremony may be requested for a certain area of beach other than those we offer, however, there may be reasons why this is not practical for us. Also, please note, that on occasions, we may discover there may be other conflicting arrangements or events taking place in the same area of beach that have been organised by others, that we have no knowledge of and are out of our control.
There are currently two venues (beach areas) at which we provide the 'Simplicity Package'. The two areas of beach are slightly different, one is to the side of a Hotel, the other is on the west coast at Ponta Preta (away from other resorts/hotels). Ponta Preta can be more open to the elements, as there are no large hotels around to shelter from winds. With that said, many couples choose Ponta Preta. You can view some photos of each of the beach areas, by clicking on the album links below.
You can find the link to a web Enquiry Form for the 'Simplicity Package' at the bottom of this page.
We use one of our team to take a number of memorable photos during the ceremony, they are not 'official wedding photographers'. You will normally receive 40-50 photos for a fixed fee.
The initial information we would require from you would be:
- The dates you are visiting Sal Island (from/to)?
- If you are you celebrating a certain event in your lives?
- Is there anyone travelling with you?
- Where you will be staying on Sal?
- If you provide us with information about yourselves on the enquiry form below, we can provide you with further information and then, related costs.
IMPORTANT NOTE: For those looking at a larger or 'bespoke' service, whereby you intend to invite 'Family and Friends' to your ceremony or prefer a Pastor from the Evangelical (Nazarene) Church to perform the ceremony (plus a translator), then the 'Simplicity Package' service is not for you. However, although we are no longer personally organising the larger 'Family and Friends' service, or arranging a Pastor for 'bespoke' services, we will put you in touch with our service partner with whom, you can make further enquiries.
PLEASE NOTE: We prefer communication initially, via our web enquiry form below, then follow up information by email. Those making Facebook or Messenger enquiries will be requested to contact us via our website enquiry form, then from that we will answer your questions as these can be shared with the team.
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Contact Us About our 'Simplicity Package' Ceremony:
Passport
Visa
Money
Travel Insurance
Medical cover
Winter - at least one long trousers and a jumper
Comfortable walking shoes (flat), thick soled flip flops or sandals
Sun lotions, after sun and Mosquito repellent (can be expensive). Hygiene wash gel/wipes.
Unlocked phone if wanting to use local sim
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